Bring the power of the galaxy to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Death Star pattern! Inspired by the iconic space station from Star Wars, this design captures the spherical shape, intricate surface details, and unmistakable presence in every stitch. Whether you’re crafting for sci-fi fans, adding a touch of intergalactic flair to your decor, or simply enjoy making unique amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a miniature Death Star bursting with character! Perfect for brightening up any space, this crochet creation brings a touch of handmade geeky charm to your collection. 🌌✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of gray, embroidered embellishments, or even tiny accessories like a miniature spaceship or hanging loop for extra flair. Craft a classic Death Star with its signature look, create a playful version with colorful hues, or even stitch up a full set of Star Wars-inspired amigurumi for an epic display! Whether gifted as a quirky keepsake, displayed as a bold accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Death Star is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade sci-fi magic to every stitch! 🧶💖✨
🪐 Amigurumi Death Star Crochet Pattern
Turn to the dark (yet squishy) side with this amigurumi Death Star! This sphere-shaped galactic weapon is recreated in yarn with signature surface detailing and a large concave laser crater. Perfect for any Star Wars fan’s display shelf or as a plush toy for the resistance!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – involves surface crochet, color changes, and shaping
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 7–8 inches (18–20 cm) in diameter using worsted weight yarn and a 3.5 mm hook
🧶 Materials
- Worsted weight yarn in:
- Light grey (main body)
- Dark grey/black (paneling + surface details)
- 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Polyfill stuffing
- Optional: hot glue if sewing panels separately
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🪐 Death Star Sphere Body
With light grey yarn:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
- (5 sc, inc) x6 (42)
- (6 sc, inc) x6 (48)
- (7 sc, inc) x6 (54)
- (8 sc, inc) x6 (60)
- (9 sc, inc) x6 (66)
- (10 sc, inc) x6 (72)
13–24. sc around (72) – Insert black yarn for midline accent after round 18.
🧶 Midline Stripe Tip:
- After round 18, crochet one full round with black or dark grey yarn for the Death Star’s equator stripe. Then continue with light grey.
- (10 sc, dec) x6 (66)
- (9 sc, dec) x6 (60)
- (8 sc, dec) x6 (54)
- (7 sc, dec) x6 (48)
- (6 sc, dec) x6 (42)
- (5 sc, dec) x6 (36)
- (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
– Stuff firmly - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6)
FO, close and weave in end.
🕳️ Superlaser Crater (Concave Dish)
With dark grey yarn:
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- sl st in each st (30) – helps shape edge
FO, leave long tail for sewing.
Assembly Tip:
- Lightly stuff the center of the crater (optional)
- Sew slightly indented into the sphere for a concave look
- Tug stitches lightly as you sew to pull center inward
🧩 Surface Panels (Black Rectangles)
Flat Panels – make 6–8:
- ch 5
- Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 3 (4)
- Rows 2–4: ch 1, turn, sc across (4)
FO and sew evenly spaced in a band around the lower hemisphere.
Top Panels – optional curved:
Use surface crochet (sl st across top stitches of the sphere in dark grey) to mimic grid-like panels.
🧲 Customization Ideas
- Use glow-in-the-dark yarn for extra geeky flair
- Add a hanging loop to make it an ornament
- Embroider small lights or other Star Wars motifs
☄️ Final Touch
The Force is strong with this one! Great for gifting to fans, decorating a themed room, or just feeling a little galactic. Pair it with a crochet X-wing for a full showdown display!
